A debate is ongoing in New York City regarding the regulation of delivery drivers. The discussion centers on new rules and their impact on the gig economy workers.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani backs a bill that would require delivery firms to directly employ drivers, a regulation that has angered companies like Amazon and could impose an extra $664 per year fee.

Five years after its implementation, the 'rider law' aimed at regulating delivery platforms still sees many drivers operating as self-employed, with Uber Eats expected to complete its transition by year-end and Glovo having done so in 2025.

New Jersey has filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging the company engaged in practices that suppressed the wages of its delivery drivers.

Hair stylist Ąžuolas Misiukevičius expressed frustration on social media with foreigners living in Lithuania who do not speak Lithuanian, stating he cannot communicate with delivery drivers.

A cross-party bill has been proposed by French lawmakers to reclassify food delivery drivers and VTC (ride-hailing) drivers as employees, aiming to improve their working conditions and rights.

Milan has introduced new regulations to protect food delivery drivers during extreme heat, which will see delivery assignments reduced or suspended between 12:30 PM and 4:00 PM.

Disturbing WhatsApp messages are reportedly circulating among foreign delivery drivers in Croatia, threatening the cancellation of work permits for those attempting to change employers.

Thousands of food deliveries in Cyprus could be affected next week as new motorcycle licensing rules, effective July 1, will prevent learner riders from working without direct supervision from a driving instructor.

Over 600,000 ride-hailing and delivery drivers in Vietnam are still classified as business partners rather than employees, leaving them without insurance or injury cover, despite other markets moving to guarantee such protections.

An investigation in California has revealed that app delivery drivers are using accounts that do not belong to them, raising concerns about identity verification and safety.

Delivery drivers in China are reportedly working from sun up to sun down, caught in an intense price war that impacts their working conditions and livelihoods.

There is a growing number of complaints regarding parcel delivery practices, specifically drivers opting to leave packages at pickup points instead of completing home deliveries.

Glovo and unions have reached an agreement on a collective dismissal (ERE) that will affect 436 delivery drivers, which is 43% less than initially planned, allowing the company to maintain delivery services in cities like Santander and Cullera.

Parcel delivery drivers in Germany are reportedly being exploited, working up to 14-hour days, with many private service providers frequently violating German labor laws.

A Greek article discusses the potential for increased earnings and the inherent flexibility for efood delivery drivers, highlighting how delivery service companies have reshaped the profession with new working conditions.

A new and alarming criminal trend has emerged in Amsterdam, where juvenile gangs are reportedly robbing food delivery drivers, primarily targeting pizzas.

A group of motorcycle ride-hailing and delivery drivers in the Philippines has urged authorities to temporarily exempt public utility vehicles from value-added tax and excise duty on fuel. They are seeking relief from record-high pump prices.

DoorDash Inc. is expanding its fuel relief program for its delivery drivers, known as Dashers, in response to ongoing concerns about high fuel prices impacting their operational costs.

Food delivery drivers for companies like DoorDash and Uber Eats are facing financial pressure due to higher gas prices, exacerbated by the war in Iran, leading DoorDash to roll out some relief measures.

Wolt delivery drivers initiated a strike in Nicosia on Monday, March 23, 2026.

The Mladi plus union in Slovenia has sent a public letter to Wolt Slovenia's director, warning that delivery drivers are bearing the burden of rising fuel costs. The union is also seeking clarification on the methodology used to calculate driver earnings.

Wolt delivery drivers in Zagreb, including an Indian national, are reportedly experiencing difficulties receiving their full payments from intermediary companies.

A violent gang operating in the western suburbs of Attica, known for assaulting and robbing delivery drivers in Agia Varvara, Korydallos, and Keratsini, has been apprehended. The six suspects resisted arrest with punches and knives.

A criminal organization known for violently robbing delivery drivers in the areas of Agia Varvara, Korydallos, and Keratsini in Greece has been dismantled by authorities.

Walmart has reached a $100 million settlement agreement concerning payments to its gig delivery drivers, resolving disputes over compensation.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has accused Walmart of illegally withholding tips from its delivery drivers, leading to a legal dispute.

Beijing authorities are implementing changes to algorithms for food delivery drivers, including pausing the clock at red lights and during rain, to alleviate time pressure and improve traffic safety following accidents caused by speed demands.

Australia is set to introduce significant changes for gig workers, particularly delivery drivers, marking a new era for their rights and working conditions.

New Jersey has filed a lawsuit against Amazon.com, accusing the online retail giant of abusing its market power and exploiting independent delivery drivers in the state through poor pay and working conditions.

Hong Kong delivery drivers are unhappy with proposed payouts for work-related injuries, citing inadequate financial and physical support after incidents.

Delivery drivers are increasingly filming and streaming their shifts online, transforming the app economy into a form of comfort viewing and blurring the lines between gig work and content creation.

A controversy has erupted in Norway over food delivery drivers secretly filming their deliveries, leading to strong public reactions. An AI researcher warns that this practice is likely just the beginning of such privacy issues.

The state of Texas has reached a $13 million settlement with Walmart concerning issues related to the pay of its delivery drivers.

A labor court in Brussels has determined that three Uber Eats delivery drivers are independent contractors, not salaried employees, in a ruling concerning their professional relationship with Uber Eats Belgium.

Many delivery drivers for Albert Heijn and Picnic in the Netherlands are operating without air conditioning in their vehicles, facing extreme heat conditions.

Brazil has introduced a new program offering subsidized motorcycle credit to app-based delivery drivers, aiming to support the gig economy workforce.

China's delivery drivers are highlighted as an obvious underclass, with new rules aiming to help them, but the economy is expected to keep them down.

India is experiencing growth without sufficient job creation, leading to educated young people working as delivery drivers and living in slum-like conditions. This trend is causing concern for Narendra Modi's government.

A call has been made in Germany for a direct employment mandate in the delivery industry to improve working conditions for food delivery drivers, urging the federal government to take action.

A cryptocurrency owner in California was robbed of $6.5 million by suspects who posed as delivery drivers and wielded guns, according to prosecutors.

A couple in Val-de-Marne was sequestered and assaulted by fake delivery drivers who stole eight Rolex watches and other jewelry, with the total value of the loot estimated at 100,000 euros.

Four delivery drivers' associations in France have filed a complaint against food delivery platforms Uber Eats and Deliveroo, accusing them of human trafficking. The lawsuit alleges exploitative practices within their operational models.

UNICEF stated that Israeli forces killed its water delivery drivers in northern Gaza during a routine transfer, leading the agency to suspend its activities in the area.

A new trend has emerged in Amsterdam-Zuidoost where teenagers are reportedly robbing pizza delivery drivers.

An activist group accused Cypriot authorities of failing to address a 'climate of tension' and threats of 'thugs' experienced by Wolt delivery drivers currently on strike over working conditions.

Amazon has acquired the startup Rivr with plans to test its robots for 'doorstep delivery' and to enhance safety outcomes for its delivery drivers.

Germany's Federal Labor Court has ruled that traditional requirements for forming a works council apply even in the digital economy, specifically for local units of a food delivery service.

Zagreb police have arrested an 18-year-old and five minors suspected of two counts of aggravated theft, who allegedly lured foreign delivery drivers by ordering food and then attacked them.

A gang that violently robbed delivery drivers in Agia Varvara, Korydallos, and Keratsini, Greece, has been dismantled by authorities.

Walmart has agreed to pay $100 million to settle allegations from the Federal Trade Commission regarding deceptive practices concerning its delivery drivers.

Walmart has agreed to pay $16 million to its Spark delivery drivers to settle claims that the company misled them regarding tips and pay, part of a larger $100 million settlement with the FTC.

UPS has begun notifying its delivery drivers about an optional buyout program, indicating potential workforce adjustments.

To address safety concerns, Beijing is implementing a new system that pauses the delivery timer for food couriers at red lights, aiming to reduce speeding and traffic violations driven by algorithm-controlled work schedules.

Delivery drivers across Australia will receive a minimum hourly rate of $31.30, following a 'world-leading' decision by the Fair Work Commission to establish new minimum standards for gig workers, effective August 17.

New Jersey has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, alleging that the company unlawfully wielded its power over delivery contractors, leading to lower wages, unfair working conditions, and reduced competition.

G. D. (22), son of singer Anđa Marić, has been non-finaly sentenced to a partially suspended sentence for attacking delivery drivers in Zagreb, admitting guilt and being ordered to undergo addiction treatment.

The ubiquitous nature of night-time deliveries in hyper-connected South Korea has stirred a debate about the demanding working conditions faced by drivers.

The Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR) states that MP Dan Tănasă was summoned to the General Prosecutor's Office, where he was informed of a criminal investigation for incitement to hatred related to a controversial social media post from last year concerning foreign delivery drivers.

Wolt is introducing a new initiative, 'Moving the City, Responsibly,' to enhance road safety in cities, particularly for its delivery drivers who operate daily under increased traffic and time pressure, extending its focus from drivers to schools.

Two food delivery drivers were injured and robbed by unidentified motorcyclists in separate incidents in Limassol, Cyprus.

Seattle's implementation of a sky-high minimum wage for delivery drivers has been widely criticized and described as a 'disaster' due to its negative impacts.

Cyprus state health services announced plans to launch inspections of food delivery drivers to assess the conditions under which food and beverages are transported, aiming to address and solve related problems.

DoorDash and Walmart Spark delivery workers are increasingly being asked by customers if they actually received their tips, with some customers preferring to give cash tips.

In the midst of a major scandal within the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MUP), Serbian President Vučić is reportedly receiving data from investigations, despite lacking official authority over the police as president.

Three minors, aged 14 and 15, were remanded in custody for three days by the Paphos district court in connection with an attack on two food delivery drivers in Paphos.

Two food delivery drivers in Paphos, Cyprus, reported being assaulted twice in one night by a group of masked individuals.

President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia has announced increased payouts for delivery drivers and slashed platform commission rates as part of a Labour Day handout, addressing the cost of living crisis for millions of low-wage workers.

A report by the Authority for Social Relations of Employment Platforms (ARPE) indicates that the hourly income for meal delivery drivers on platforms like Deliveroo and Stuart is expected to continue its five-year downward trend into 2025, primarily due to longer delivery times.

Police in Amsterdam-Zuidoost have warned about a notable increase in robberies targeting pizza delivery drivers, who are specifically being robbed of their pizzas rather than their vehicles or money.

Delivery drivers for the Finnish company Wolt have returned to work after a week-long strike over working conditions, despite no agreement being reached, and are now considering legal action.

DoorDash announced it will provide gas 'relief payments' to its delivery drivers, calculated based on weekly mileage, as fuel prices approach $4 a gallon.

A video showing two delivery riders and a passerby quickly putting out a suspected arson fire near Bojeong Station in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, has gone viral, drawing praise for their swift action.

A gang in Greece has been ambushing and robbing food delivery drivers by placing orders to secluded locations and then assaulting them upon arrival.

The South Korean Ministry of Justice announced a two-month crackdown on foreigners working illegally as food delivery drivers, citing a rise in unlicensed riding and unauthorized employment.

Walmart shoppers believed they were tipping delivery drivers directly, but reports indicate the funds were not reaching the drivers as intended, raising questions about the company's tipping policy.

Walmart has reached a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission regarding its pay practices for Spark drivers.

Finland is experiencing a record unemployment rate of 10.6%, leading to 20,000 people waiting to become food delivery drivers, described as a 'system collapse' in the 'happiest country in the world'.